Experience the premier canine competition at the official 2026 AKC Shawanagunk Kennel Club event in Town of New Paltz, New York! June 19/21, 2026, this prestigious show brings together the region’s finest purebred Labrador Retrievers. Competitors and spectators can look forward to a showcase of breed standard excellence and wonderful camaraderie among breeders, handlers, and Labrador lovers.
🌟 Key Competitor Information
• Location: Ulster County Fairgrounds Town of New Paltz New York
• Event Dates: 2026-06-19 to 2026-06-21
• Eligibility: Open to all AKC registered purebred Labrador Retrievers.
📝 Event Overview
• Preparation: Carefully review the official Premium List and breed schedules for ring times, assignments, and specific entry details.
• Venue Regulations: Dogs must be kept on short leashes or crated at all times when not actively competing. Clean up after your dog immediately.
• Competitor Comfort: Please bring your own grooming tables, pop-up tents/shades, crates, folding lawn chairs, and fresh water for your dogs.
• Spectators Welcome: Spectators are highly encouraged to attend and witness magnificent canine athletes. Please follow ring etiquettes and ask handlers before approaching dogs.
🔗 Quick Competitor Resources
🏢 Superintendent: Managed by Event Superintendent. Visit their portal for online entries.
🌐 AKC Event Details: View breed counts and schedule configurations on the official AKC portal.
🕵️ Judging Panel Pending Publication
The official breed judging panel for this event has not yet been extracted from the AKC database.
Once the Premium List is released, this tab will automatically populate with elite ringside scouting reports and handler briefings for the assigned judges.
📅 Official Premium List Pending
The official Premium List (including entry forms, rules, and schedules) for the 2026 AKC Shawanagunk Kennel Club has not yet been released by the superintendent.
It is typically published 4-6 weeks prior to the event date. Please check back soon!
